Beginning Intarsia? What wood should you use?

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  • Опубліковано 6 лис 2018
  • I was asked by a viewer if I would do a video talking about the best wood to use for intarsia. That question could be answered a million different ways because I am sure there are a million different opinions on what wood types are best. So, in this video, I talk about different kinds of wood that I have personally used, my experiences with them, and my likes and dislikes about them.
    I do summarize what wood I believe is best to start with when doing intarsia at 19.32. And those are cedar, poplar, and pine.
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  • @randystekly6518
    @randystekly6518 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for taking the time to tell us about the woods. The more information I can get...THE BETTER!

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  2 роки тому

      You're welcome! I have learned a lot since the making of this video! Sounds like you are on the hunt for information!

  • @neuf350z3
    @neuf350z3 4 роки тому +1

    Just came across this video as I FINALLY bought my first scroll saw! I’ll be checking out more of your videos to learn whatever I can and also for inspiration.😀

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  4 роки тому

      Hello! You will love intarsia!!! Enjoy!!!

  • @mirandaw9330
    @mirandaw9330 5 років тому +1

    Hi Cy, I sent you the message about what woods to use so thanks for making this video ! I have gotten 15 pieces of exotic woods just to try and see what I think of them. Some woods I had never heard of... But I will try them all and see what works and what doesn't. Thanks again !

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      You're welcome and thanks for asking me to make this video :)

  • @robertevans6481
    @robertevans6481 5 років тому +1

    Yes it is hard to get wood here in Louisiana. And yes I remember the place you and husband went to here,about 20 mins away. I found a new place,well not new,but new to me,riverside lumber around the New Orleans area, lot of choices....thanks for the info on this...have a great early weekend...

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      Oh cool you found a place in LA, nice!!!

  • @andicacciatore9279
    @andicacciatore9279 5 років тому +1

    Wow Cy! I learned so much from this video! Thank you for taking the time to give your reviews of all the woods you’ve used and then some. I thought if I ever find that amazing pneumatic sander you have, at least I think that’s what you use besides sandpaper, I would just stain pieces of pine to get the variations in color. I see now that the density, texture and grain matter too. I did pick up some little pieces of zebra, Purple Heart, Paduk and black walnut at Rockler here in FL, when I first started following you. So many pretty woods! I have always loved trees and felt closer to God everytime I climbed up in my big mango tree as a child. There’s so much they provide us with and I’m grateful you are someone who shows ways to celebrate the beauty of their wood!

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому +1

      Hey Andi!!! You would absolutely love the pneumatic sander. Here is a link because it is hard to find for some reason.
      Woodtek Pneumatic Drum Sander: woodworker.com/sanding-drum-buffer-machine-with-o-stand-mssu-120-032.asp
      Glad you found some of those nice pieces of fun colored wood! I love your story of climbing the mango tree, I always feel closer to God when I am outside. :)

    • @andicacciatore9279
      @andicacciatore9279 5 років тому +1

      Cy's Corner Thank you Cy! I’ll be saving up for awhile, but this is definitely a tool I need to add to my shop.

  • @crystalsimpson2681
    @crystalsimpson2681 5 років тому +1

    Always enjoy your videos and all things you make

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      Thank you so much :)

  • @lmchoisser
    @lmchoisser 5 років тому +1

    Lol you always make my day. Great educational video 🙏😉

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому +1

      Oh good, I am so glad Lydia :)

  • @Woodden
    @Woodden 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the great info about wood.I have started my first intarsia project. It's a rose and I am using oak for the flower and black walnut for the well i am not sure what is called so I am going to call it the bud.

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      Sweet!!! I hope all goes well with the oak, I am sure it will. :)

  • @trongod2000
    @trongod2000 5 років тому +1

    Cyprus is one of the rare conifers that sheds it's needles in the winter like a broad leaf tree does. It's very soft and very stable so it doesn't twist and warp.

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      Thanks for the info. :)!!!

  • @johnfithian-franks8276
    @johnfithian-franks8276 5 років тому +2

    Hi Cy, Only you could spend 20 minutes explaining about loads of wood and then come up with (I don't know if that helps) of course it helped, I don't do intarsia but if I was to take it up then this video would be the holy grail of knowledge.

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      :) hee heee, thanks John :)

  • @carolynahaught7005
    @carolynahaught7005 5 років тому +1

    You can find popular in browns and purples as well. It is the softest of the hard woods.

  • @lmchoisser
    @lmchoisser 5 років тому +1

    Hi Cy, has it ever been suggested to you to try spiral bales for your hard wood I love them, spiral #7 works great for hard wood.

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому +1

      Yes I have used spiral blades before! I need to try them again though!

  • @tommas2674
    @tommas2674 11 місяців тому +1

    purple heart, paduch, / now I go look for the equipment you use for your art.

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  11 місяців тому

      I have an Amazon store that has all the stuff(or nearly all the stuff) I use, or things similar.
      www.amazon.com/shop/cyscorner?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_aipsfcyscorner_VZQRHYHV6Y0FYJP3AW9B

  • @kurttuttle1708
    @kurttuttle1708 5 років тому +2

    Best when starting out, is whatever you can afford, and pallet wood is a good choice.. :-)

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      So true Kurt! I have had some nice pallet wood, it is just so hard to take apart. I end up cutting it apart!!!

    • @kurttuttle1708
      @kurttuttle1708 5 років тому +1

      @@CysCorner a sawsall works great, but I have done what you do on the outside supports and knock the middle out with a hammer.

    • @tarabuehler9919
      @tarabuehler9919 3 роки тому +1

      I'm just starting out and I'm glad to hear using pallet wood is normal haha. I feel bad buying wood when I can just get it for free as well.

  • @Joergbastelt
    @Joergbastelt 5 років тому +1

    Have you ever tried Amaranth-Wood? It's also very hard to cut. And strange: it has normal dark brown color, when it is fresh cut. And it get purple after a while at the air.

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      Wow, that sounds really interesting! I haven't tried it but I would like to!

    • @charlesmerrifield1734
      @charlesmerrifield1734 5 років тому

      purpleheart is name amaranth in french,is amaranth-wood the same thing ???

  • @bubbabrian
    @bubbabrian 3 роки тому +1

    Hi cy can you tell where you get blue pine?

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  3 роки тому

      I have a list of places I get my wood. Ill leave a link for you. The blue pine is local so it's easy for me to pick up.
      cyscorner.wordpress.com/where-i-get-my-wood/

  • @dellcomputeification
    @dellcomputeification 3 роки тому +1

    Is there a place in Texas where to purchase those types of wood???

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  3 роки тому

      Hello, I don't know of any place in Texas. There may be one though. I do have a list of places I do get wood, most are in Oregon, one is in Georgia and one in Florida. A lot of them ship, but then it adds to the cost but it may be worth checking in to!
      cyscorner.wordpress.com/where-i-get-my-wood/

  • @kimgrannygoodhag5102
    @kimgrannygoodhag5102 5 років тому

    I have thought about making stain using watercolors. Have used stains?

    • @kimgrannygoodhag5102
      @kimgrannygoodhag5102 5 років тому

      M

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      I have made stain with water colors before, it is difficult to make a smooth consistency. It balls up, or did for me anyway. But it still worked, I just had to crush it/blend it up as I used it.

  • @stacygerlich5807
    @stacygerlich5807 5 років тому +1

    Hi Cy,
    Do people send you some of the exotic woods you can’t find in Oregon?

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      I have never had anyone send me some exotics. Oregon has a pretty good selection!

    • @stacygerlich5807
      @stacygerlich5807 5 років тому

      Cy's Corner love your work.

  • @bobbylawrence3316
    @bobbylawrence3316 10 місяців тому +1

    We’re did you get your blue pine from?

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  10 місяців тому

      I have a page on my website that lists where I get my wood.
      I'll leave a link! cyscorner.wordpress.com/where-i-get-my-wood/

  • @orelygarcia
    @orelygarcia 5 років тому

    👍

  • @foxlobito2461
    @foxlobito2461 5 років тому +1

    Hello corner como estas un saludo desde colombia happy happy

    • @CysCorner
      @CysCorner  5 років тому

      ¡Hola! como estas ivan ???

  • @rawbacon
    @rawbacon 5 років тому +3

    Bacon Wood is Best for Beginners.